MED 118 EXAM 2| 67 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS (GRADED A+)
Administer a drug - ANSWER-To introduce a drug into the body of a client.
Controlled substances Act - ANSWER-Federal law that regulates the administration,
dispensing, and prescribing of particular substances that are categorized into 5
schedules.
Dispense a drug - ANSWER-To deliver controlled substances in a bottle, box, or some
other container to a client; under the controlled substances act, definition also includes
the administrating of controlled substances.
DEA drug enforcement administration - ANSWER-Branch of the department of justice
that enforces drug laws. Registration every 3 years, Records every 2 years and
inspection.
Drug formulary - ANSWER-An insurance carriers list of preferred drugs.
HIPAA - ANSWER-National standards to protect health information.
Medial practice act - ANSWER-State statues that define the practice of medicine,
describe methods of licensure, and set guidelines for suspension or revocation of a
license.
NPI National provider identification - ANSWER-A 10 digit unique number given to a
health care provider for identification purposes under HIPPA regulations.
Prescribe a drug - ANSWER-To issue a drug order for a client.
Privacy rule - ANSWER-A portion of HIPPA that regulates the confidentiality of a clients
health record while still allowing that information to flow properly and effectively in order
to treat the client.
PHI protected health information - ANSWER-All the past, present, and future physical
and mental conditions of an individual's health care.
Agent - ANSWER-Person appointed by a principal party to perform authorized acts in
the name and under the control and direction.
ADR alternative dispute resolution - ANSWER-arbitration and mediation which
eliminates the use of the court system. Less cost, save time, private.
, Assault - ANSWER-A threat to inflict injury with an apparent ability to do so.
Direct examination - ANSWER-Examination of a witness by the attorney calling the
witness at a hearing or trial.
Examination of witness - ANSWER-Questioning of a witness by attorneys during a court
action.
Expert witness - ANSWER-Person trained in medicine who can testify in a court of law
as to what the professional standard of care is in the same or similar circumstances.
Felony - ANSWER-A serious crime, the punishment is usually severe. Like murder,
assault, rape.
Battery - ANSWER-The unlawful touching, beating, or laying hold of persons or their
clothing without consent.
Breach of conduct - ANSWER-Failure to comply with the terms of a valid contract.
Civil liability - ANSWER-Identifies conflicts between individuals, corporations,
government bodies, and other organizations.
Compliance plan - ANSWER-Guidelines established to protect a clinic from fraud and
litigation charges.
Contract - ANSWER-A voluntary agreement between parties.
U.S. Constitution - ANSWER-1787, highest judicial authority.
Criminal liability - ANSWER-When an individual commits an act that is considered to be
an offense against society as a whole.
Defamation - ANSWER-Spoken or written words concerning someone that tend to
injure that persons reputation and for which damages can be recovered. 2 types of
defamation (libel and slander)
Libel - ANSWER-False, defamatory writing, such as published material or pictures.
Slander - ANSWER-False, malicious or defamatory spoken words.
Fiduciary - ANSWER-Holding in confidence or trust.
Malfeasance - ANSWER-Commission of an unlawful act. Criminal
Medical malpractice - ANSWER-Professional negligence of physicians or providers.
ANSWERS (GRADED A+)
Administer a drug - ANSWER-To introduce a drug into the body of a client.
Controlled substances Act - ANSWER-Federal law that regulates the administration,
dispensing, and prescribing of particular substances that are categorized into 5
schedules.
Dispense a drug - ANSWER-To deliver controlled substances in a bottle, box, or some
other container to a client; under the controlled substances act, definition also includes
the administrating of controlled substances.
DEA drug enforcement administration - ANSWER-Branch of the department of justice
that enforces drug laws. Registration every 3 years, Records every 2 years and
inspection.
Drug formulary - ANSWER-An insurance carriers list of preferred drugs.
HIPAA - ANSWER-National standards to protect health information.
Medial practice act - ANSWER-State statues that define the practice of medicine,
describe methods of licensure, and set guidelines for suspension or revocation of a
license.
NPI National provider identification - ANSWER-A 10 digit unique number given to a
health care provider for identification purposes under HIPPA regulations.
Prescribe a drug - ANSWER-To issue a drug order for a client.
Privacy rule - ANSWER-A portion of HIPPA that regulates the confidentiality of a clients
health record while still allowing that information to flow properly and effectively in order
to treat the client.
PHI protected health information - ANSWER-All the past, present, and future physical
and mental conditions of an individual's health care.
Agent - ANSWER-Person appointed by a principal party to perform authorized acts in
the name and under the control and direction.
ADR alternative dispute resolution - ANSWER-arbitration and mediation which
eliminates the use of the court system. Less cost, save time, private.
, Assault - ANSWER-A threat to inflict injury with an apparent ability to do so.
Direct examination - ANSWER-Examination of a witness by the attorney calling the
witness at a hearing or trial.
Examination of witness - ANSWER-Questioning of a witness by attorneys during a court
action.
Expert witness - ANSWER-Person trained in medicine who can testify in a court of law
as to what the professional standard of care is in the same or similar circumstances.
Felony - ANSWER-A serious crime, the punishment is usually severe. Like murder,
assault, rape.
Battery - ANSWER-The unlawful touching, beating, or laying hold of persons or their
clothing without consent.
Breach of conduct - ANSWER-Failure to comply with the terms of a valid contract.
Civil liability - ANSWER-Identifies conflicts between individuals, corporations,
government bodies, and other organizations.
Compliance plan - ANSWER-Guidelines established to protect a clinic from fraud and
litigation charges.
Contract - ANSWER-A voluntary agreement between parties.
U.S. Constitution - ANSWER-1787, highest judicial authority.
Criminal liability - ANSWER-When an individual commits an act that is considered to be
an offense against society as a whole.
Defamation - ANSWER-Spoken or written words concerning someone that tend to
injure that persons reputation and for which damages can be recovered. 2 types of
defamation (libel and slander)
Libel - ANSWER-False, defamatory writing, such as published material or pictures.
Slander - ANSWER-False, malicious or defamatory spoken words.
Fiduciary - ANSWER-Holding in confidence or trust.
Malfeasance - ANSWER-Commission of an unlawful act. Criminal
Medical malpractice - ANSWER-Professional negligence of physicians or providers.
